Sacco and Vanzetti case reviewed by governor
The piece discusses the Sacco and Vanzetti case, noting past protests that accused the judiciary of bias and framing. Governor Fuller reviewed the proceedings and found the defendants fairly tried and guilty, arguing against commutation and warning against inflamed public sentiment.
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Vanzetti
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Los Angeles Times
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Daily Word Study Promotes Cautious Vocab Growth
A reader notes daily lessons to boost vocabulary by mastering one word each day. Today highlights prudence and discretion with cautions on pronunciation and misspellings.
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Prudence
Jones
Simpson
Brown
Undefined Motto Ends in Debate on Order and Law
The fragment hints at a discussion on how to submit to a decision to preserve order and avoid anarchy. It reflects a measured approach favoring disciplined, lawful steps over disorder.
Grains of Gold Portraits of Warren Family Kin
In the August edition Grains of Gold features Warren’s Seed Store with a sketch of Mr. Warrens mother and three Scotch Irish aunts Emma Jane and their cousin Emma Moderwell The piece notes their farming sense financial success and resilience through hard times including dry weather chintz bugs and cattle losses in the 1870s.
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Jane
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Washington Legion fife and drum corps aims for Des Moines meet
The article notes Washington’s pride in a new fife and drum corps formed by the Legion. They plan to send a group to the Legion convention in Des Moines on August 15 to 17, with hints of secret practice and local drum sounds heard near the barber shop and Walter Connor’s home.
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County Convention Promises Singing and Community Fun
Braden oversees future affairs and invites locals to Craw fordsville Tourist Park on August 9 for a fall festival style gathering. Attendees can dine in various locations and join the County convention at the U. P. church with temperance talks plus performances by local girls and visiting singers.
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America
Journal
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Theater Ad in Painesville Telegram Cites Chicago Agricultural Capital Cost
A Telegram ad notes today only sales pitches and mocks the concept of the 35 million dollar cost for the so called agricultural capital in Chicago, suggesting the money could do more good if distributed locally.
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Telegram
Chicago
Continued Shvvers Deeds and Domestic Rights
A fragment discusses a California woman issuing frequent orders. It questions gender norms and implies men must yield to a woman who treats him as property, noting why older men stay silent.
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California
Farmers Hope Trust Aid Through Shared Knowledge
A fragment suggests farmers relying on familiar networks to gain guidance and support. It hints at mutual aid and practical help drawn from shared experience, stressing community resilience during tough times.
By The Way on Horns and Pedestrians
A quip by an American Lumber man laments how drivers often honk at pedestrians rather than brake, reflecting a conflict between road courtesy and safety norms.
Two Cold Comments and Curious Exchanges
Fragments capture snippets of dialogue about colds remedies and daily life. The tone mirrors a newspaper humor column with brief quips and wry remarks. A brief reference to a car sale and a cautionary note about traffic adds domestic snapshot flavor.
Mussolini cautioned on Sacco and Vanzetti execution
The remark suggests Mussolini may delay or rethink support for the Sacco and Vanzetti case, with a warning that European reception differs from American policy. The exchange implies external pressure and domestic tension over the sought clemency or stay.
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Sacco
Vanzetti
Benito
Europe
Wee Sandy’s ill joked prescription miscue
A Scottish patient jokes about being behind on pills yet far ahead with whisky after meals. The line reflects humor about medical advice and a light quip on friendship.
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Sandy
Listenin and quarrel witness at magistrate hearing
A magistrate questioned a witness who admitted overhearing a quarrel between the defendant and his wife. The witness claimed the defendant “seemed to be doing the listenin.” Separately a politician’s home was ransacked, suggesting thieves’ honor is fading. Rapid City reports say Town river fishing improves versus the Black Hills.
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Yissor
Rapid City
Town River
Black Hills
Light countries with no railroads list
A regional note lists Albania in Europe Afghanistan Asia Bhutan Nepal Oman and Yemen in Asia and Liberia on the West coast of Africa as examples of light countries lacking railroad systems.
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Europe
Afghanistan
Asia
Bhutan
Nepal
Oman
Yeman
Liberia
Africa
Roads in the United States See Historic Spending Surge
The article notes a massive investment in US road infrastructure with expenditures surpassing one billion dollars in the previous year. It highlights the scale of federal and state funding and the rapid growth of transportation construction across the nation.
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United States
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